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Sun Times in Reitz
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Reitz?
Sunrise in Reitz on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Reitz?
Sunset in Reitz on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:46 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Reitz?
Morning golden hour in Reitz ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:14 PM.
How long is the day in Reitz?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Reitz there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Reitz?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Reitz at 12:09 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Reitz?
In Reitz, sunset is at 5:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:05 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Reitz?
Twilight in Reitz lasts approximately 79 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Reitz?
The earliest sunrise in Reitz in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on November 26 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Reitz?
The latest sunset in Reitz in 2026 is at 7:06 PM on January 3 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Reitz?
After sunset at 5:46 PM in Reitz, civil twilight ends at 6:10 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:05 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Reitz shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Reitz
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Reitz on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:24 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 42m |
| February | 5:49 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 02m |
| March | 6:06 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 26m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 45m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 23m |
| July | 6:56 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 32m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 07m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:30 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 44m |
| November | 5:06 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 30m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 54m |